Travel Occupational Therapist - $1,831 per week

About the role

American Traveler is seeking a travel Outpatient Occupational Therapist for a 13‑week assignment in Athens, Tennessee. The role is in an outpatient therapy setting serving adult and pediatric patients, with a day‑shift schedule (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, 3×12‑hour shifts, 36 hours per week). The assignment begins November 2, 2026 and requires every other weekend work. No on‑call duties are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide one‑on‑one occupational therapy to adult and pediatric patients in an outpatient setting.
• Treat patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, and developmental diagnoses (e.g., CVA, Parkinson’s, pediatric developmental delays).
• May float to the acute hospital setting as needed (minimal).
• Collaborate with the Director of Rehabilitation Services and a supportive therapy team.
• Adhere to the facility’s professional dress code (no open‑toed shoes, hoodies, or casual wear).
• Maintain current Tennessee Abuse Registry clearance.

Requirements

• Current Tennessee OT license.
• Current BLS certification.
• Minimum 2+ years of occupational therapy experience.
• Must reside 60+ miles from the facility to qualify for the travel assignment.
• Cannot have been employed as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months.
• Cannot be employed elsewhere full‑time during the assignment.

Qualifications

• Preferred experience treating musculoskeletal and neuro conditions (e.g., CVA, Parkinson’s) and pediatric developmental delays.

Benefits

• Premium medical, dental, vision, and life insurance effective day one of the assignment.
• Generous 401(k) match.
• Substantial housing stipends.
• 24/7 support and access to in‑house clinicians.

Schedule

• Day shift: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (12‑hour shifts, 3×12 hrs per week).
• 36 hours per week.
• Every other weekend required.
• Start date: November 2, 2026.
• Assignment length: 13 weeks.
• No on‑call requirements.